Top Features of the KMC Z510-HX Silver Chain

Product Data

Speed:

Single

Road:

Yes

MTB:

Yes

About the KMC brand

KMC produces 82 million chains a year and is a major supplier to Shimano who fit 10 spd chains which are also Campagnolo compatible. The latest KMC X series MTB chains feature Bulls eye pin riveting and X bridge outer plate configuration for quicker, quieter gear changing. Kool chain is well known amongst BMX and freestyle riders for its strength.

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Magazine reviews for KMC Z510-HX Silver Chain

Review from
road.cc

KMC's Z510HX chain is Intended primarily for the rigours of BMX racing and internal hub transmissions, but this beefy 112 link chain also lends itself particularly well to fixed and single speed applications.

The anti drop design, counters chain sag and suits road conversions, although isn't so effective on frames with vertical ends (better served by a half link design that allows the creation of a "magic gear" to achieve good chain line).

Fitting the chain is easy and intuitive, although the chunky "Mushroom" pins made cutting to correct length something of a feat using a traditional chain breaker. However, once split it's simply a case of popping the ends together courtesy of the reusable tool free link.This felt quite insubstantial and I feared it might split under load but so far despite concerted effort I have no problems on that score.

Even though it's not rustproof in the commonly accepted sense, the chain's silver finish has lost none of its lustre despite constant exposure to wet, salt strewn winter roads. Similarly, despite pairing with a very modest sprocket and sparing lubrication it remains surprisingly refined.

I reserve judgement on the magical properties of the "Stretch Proof" mushroom pin; not least as chains don't stretch-they wear. However, on the strength of the past month's slavery it would appear a bargain upgrade for lower end production fixers and other bikes in hard service.

In conclusion...

Solid, dependable and inexpensive chain for hard working steeds

Rating: 4/5

KMC Z510-HX Silver Chain is rated
4.6 out of
5 by
47.

Rated 4 out of
5 by
Kilscho from
Cheap and solidA chain that overperforms its price, good finish and feels solid

Date published: 2018-11-03

Rated 5 out of
5 by
JSW72 from
Hardwearing chainI find that these chains are the most resistant to wear / "stretching" for my commuting fixed wheel bike. I tend not to buy very expensive chains and at this price the temptation to delay replacing (risking accelerated chainring and sprocket wear) is reduced. Highly recommended!

Date published: 2018-07-26

Rated 5 out of
5 by
willhoward86 from
BombproofCompared to an old 9-speed chain I had on my single speed before, this chain feels absolutely indestructible. I did have some trouble splitting the links with my chain breaker, just because it's so thick and strong that it wouldn't fit in the tool. But once I got it apart and then back together again, I just can't see how this is ever going to snap or fail. I ride my bike to the station a mile or so every day, and it then stays locked up outside, in the rain. The chain still looks like new after over a month of doing this. One thing I would say - to give yourself peace of mind, don't bother installing the split link. Just break it in such a way as to re-fit the chain together without it. The pins protrude a good 1mm out of either side of the plates, so getting it back together securely wasn't a problem. And for a fiver, it's ridiculous value. I can see this lasting me 5+ years, no worries. Certainly longer than my sprocket and cog will last.

Date published: 2018-02-02

Rated 5 out of
5 by
France79 from
Tough Chain!Having had problems with so-called tough chains (not KMC) I came accross a review on this chain from a cycle messanger here.
So gave them ago.
I found the chain was hard to cut to size, a good sign, once fitted couldn't wait & try them out.
Once on the road they run smoothly with little oil.
There was a little stretch if you could call it that much. They have now bedded in, before the 100km mark.
After all the problems with earlier chains, these seem tobe the best.
Wish there was a 1/2 link version too.

Is the missing link that is supplied with this chain reusable?

I need to move the chain to a different frame. Can I reuse the same missing link or do I need to buy another? If I need to buy another, which one should I get?

Asked by: HamRack

I can confirm that the KMC missing link can be reused many times so it will not effect it to split the chain at this point. I hope this helps.

Answered by: wigglegrant

Date published: 2017-05-31

Use without link connector?

Can I use this chain without the link connector and simply use a chain breaker to shorten and then re-connect on an original link? Thank you

Asked by: kaiseroscar

Yes you can use this chain in the fashion stated.

Answered by: WiggleAlex

Date published: 2017-05-31

Does this chain come with a spring link connector?

If not can you supply one?

Asked by: ammp206

I think you mean a powerlink type connector? (a link that is easily separated without a chain tool to make removing the chain possible without breaking a full link). If so, then yes, it comes with one.

Answered by: tulbreak

Date published: 2013-10-23

Does this chain require a rivet extractor tool to shorten the chain?

Asked by: Sandsss

Yes it does.

Answered by: WiggleAlex

Date published: 2013-10-28

Can 2 of these chains be joined for use as a timing chain on a Dawes tandem?

Asked by: melric

We would not suggest this as suitable for this chain.

Answered by: WiggleMattS

Date published: 2015-02-09

Is this different from a KMC Z51?

My son's bike, a Giant Rock, needs a new chain. The specs for the bike say the chain is a KMC Z51, but I can only find a KMC Z510 on this site, so I'm wondering if the specs have a typo or if there really are two different models of chain with similar numbers.

Asked by: GlynNormington

You need a 7 speed chain so the Z510 won't be suitable. I will link some alternatives below.